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OECDReference EN/AU/PS1130426

18m extension cord sold with Vax Bagged Backpack Vacuum Cleaner (VXCB-01)

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Identification

Product identification

Product
18m extension cord sold with Vax Bagged Backpack Vacuum Cleaner (VXCB-01)
Category
Electronics and technology, Power supply and storage

Official information

Risk and measures

Risk or hazard
The 18m orange extension cord can arc internally if the conductors break resulting in overheating and sparking. Risk of serious injury from burns or property damage if the extension cord overheats or sparks. Incidents resulting in injury have occurred.
Recommendations
Stop using the 18m orange extension cord immediately and remove it from the Vax bagged backpack vacuum. For more information and instructions on how to destroy the cord and receive a voucher to purchase a replacement cord, contact Techtronic Industries. Do not return the cord to your place of purchase. The Vax Bagged backpack vacuum cleaner unit is not being recalled and can be used without the 18m extension cord. Contact Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd Call: 1300 859 017 Email: customerservice@ttibrands.com.au Visit: https://www.vax.com.au/safety-notifications

Official information

Economic operators

Manufacturer
Techtronic Industries

Territory

Geography

Distribution
Retirada en Australia
Country of recall
Australia

Provenance and context

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